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Millsboro, PA

Pennsylvania

Millsboro is a small town in Pennsylvania with a population of 313.

3.0 /5.0
B Good
313 Population 396/sq mi density
51°F Avg Temperature 293 sunny days/yr
B
Overall
3.0 / 5.0
Good overall score based on economy, affordability, safety and education
B
Education
3.0 / 5.0
25.3% bachelor's degree or higher
Bachelor's+ 25.3%
25% lower than US avg
Unemployment 0.0%
100% lower than US avg
Poverty Rate 24.1%
94% higher than US avg

How Millsboro Compares to the U.S. Average (100% = U.S. avg)

People

Population313
Median Age37.1 yrs
Density396/mi²
Male / Female53% / 47%
Largest GroupWhite 100%
Veterans5.1%

Economy

Median IncomeN/A
Per Capita$34,466
Unemployment0.0%
Poverty24.1%
County GDP$4,624M
Commute29 min

Housing

Home ValueN/A
RentN/A
OwnershipN/A
Zillow$99,233
Housing Units161
Rent Burden25.4%

Climate

Avg Temp51°F (11°C)
AQI40 (Good)
Rain43.1 in/yr
Sunny Days293/yr
Elevation1,031 ft (314 m)

Education

B
Bachelor's+25.3%
High School+90.5%
Graduate+27.6%
School Score5.95

Community

2024 VoteR 71% / D 27%
Commute29 min
Broadband100.0%
Libraries2

Is Millsboro a Good Place to Live?

Based on current data, Millsboro receives an overall livability score of 3.0 out of 5.0, earning a grade of B. Key strengths include low unemployment, abundant sunshine, high health insurance coverage, strong internet connectivity. Areas to be aware of include an elevated poverty rate. Millsboro offers a solid quality of life with a good balance of affordability, safety, and opportunity.

Economy & Jobs

The job market is very strong with unemployment at just 0.0%. The poverty rate of 24.1% exceeds the national average of 12.4%, indicating economic hardship for a significant portion of the population. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Education

25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree, below the national average of 33.7%. 90.5% have completed high school. Area schools have an average test score of 5.9/10.

Climate & Weather

Millsboro experiences four distinct seasons with an average temperature of 51°F. Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. With 293 sunny days per year, residents enjoy well above the national average of sunshine. Annual precipitation totals 43.1 inches, including 30.1 inches of snow. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Millsboro has a population of 313 with a density of 396 people per square mile. The median age is 37.1 years, 5% younger than the national median of 38.9. The city is predominantly White (100%).

Population

313
Total Population
396
People / sq mi
37.1yrs
Median Age
5% below US avg
0.8mi²
Land Area

Gender Distribution

Male 53.4%
Female 46.6%

Race & Ethnicity

Millsboro vs U.S. Average

Language Spoken at Home

English Only100.0%
27% above US avg
Spanish0.0%
100% below US avg

Social Characteristics

Millsboro vs U.S. Average

The median household income in Millsboro is N/A. The unemployment rate is 0.0% (below the 3.6% US average). 24.1% of residents live below the poverty line. Workers commute an average of 29 minutes.

Income: Millsboro vs U.S.

Commute Mode

Income

Per Capita Income$34,466
Avg Weekly Wage$1,297
IRS Avg AGI$82,294

Employment & Poverty

Unemployment0.0%
100% below US avg
Poverty Rate24.1%
94% above US avg
Establishments (County)800
County GDP$4,624M

Business (County)

Restaurants62
Healthcare117
Retail107
Manufacturing24

Tax & Cost of Living

Property Tax (IRS)$5,129
47% above US avg
Cost of Living97.60 (100=avg)

Commute & Transportation

Commute Time29.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

Walkability

Zillow estimates the typical home value at $99,233.

Home Value Sources

Ownership Split

Home Values

Zillow ZHVI$99,233
Median List Price$195,000

Real Estate Market (Redfin)

Median List Price$195,000
$/Sq Ft$100
Homes Sold2
Sale-to-List Ratio101.1%
Price Drops50.0%
Inventory2

Rental Costs

Rent Burden25.4%

HUD Fair Market Rent

Studio$900
1 Bedroom$996
2 Bedrooms$1,225
3 Bedrooms$1,570
4 Bedrooms$1,744

Ownership & Property

Owner-Occupied82.6%
Housing Units161
Median Year Built1947

Property Tax

Avg Tax (IRS)$5,129
47% above US avg
Millsboro has an average annual temperature of 51°F (11°C). Winters average 29°F in January while summers reach 72°F in July. Annual precipitation is 43.1 inches. The area enjoys 293 sunny days per year. Air quality is rated Good with a median AQI of 40.

Temperature

29°F Jan (-2°C) 72°F Jul (22°C)
Annual Average51.0°F
6% below US avg
January Average29°F (-2°C)
July Average72°F (22°C)
Sunny Days293 days/yr

Precipitation & Snow

Annual Rainfall43.1 inches
13% above US avg
Snowfall30.1 inches/yr

Air Quality

AQI Median40.0
RatingGood

Geography

Elevation1,031 ft (314 m)
Area0.8 sq mi (2.0 km²)
Population Density396/sq mi
Coordinates39.9901°N, 80.0022°W
TimezoneAmerica/New_York
County FIPS42059
It is classified as Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent. 25.3% of residents hold a bachelor's degree or higher (25% below US avg). In the 2024 election, the county voted Republican by a 44.8-point margin. 100.0% of households have broadband internet.

2024 Presidential Election (County)

R 71.5%
D 26.6%

Winner: Republican by 44.8 points

Education

Bachelor's Degree+25.3%
25% below US avg
High School+90.5%
Graduate Degree+27.6%
School Test Score5.95
B Education Grade (3.0/5.0)

Urban-Rural Classification

RUCC Code 6Nonmetro — Urban 2.5K–20K, adjacent
Population Density396/sq mi
Total Area0.8 sq mi

Infrastructure & Services

Broadband Access100.0%
Public Libraries2
Healthcare Facilities117
Restaurants62
Retail Stores107

Safety & Disasters

Fatal Crashes (County/yr)3

Commute & Transportation

Avg Commute29.2 min
Drive Alone100.0%
Public Transit0.0%
Work from Home0.0%

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